Further reading

Glossary (2)

fritware

Ceramic material composed of ground quartz and small quantities of clay and finely ground frit (frit is obtained by pouring molten glass into water).

glaze

Vitreous coating applied to the surface of a ceramic to make it impermeable or for decorative effect.

Location

First floor | Room 31 | Islamic Middle East

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